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Like all fitness programs, it is wise to work in relationship with your health care provider when starting any new fitness program.

What to wear

Clothes you can move in and sweat in! Some people like shorts and a t-shirt, some like sweat pants, some like yoga wear and some like dance wear. The key is to be comfortable. Listen to your body...

Shoes

In Nia, the base of the movement is Tai-Chi. Although the class is very athletic, there is no jumping-we are moving our bodies the way they were naturally meant to move. So, you don't need shoes.

And when you work in a bare foot, you can get more movement, more strengthening and flexibility in your ankle and calf with each step you take. Did you know there are approximately 7,000 nerve endings in each foot. So imagine how alive you will feel after an hour of dancing in happy, bare feet!

When you arrive

Be sure to introduce yourself and let me know if you have any particular challenges you are working with. This class is FOR you so settle in, relax, let go of the day ahead of you or behind you and get ready to have some fun.

Start Easy. Relax. Let your body adjust to Nia movement and allow yourself the freedom to enjoy being a beginner. Keep your interest and fascination up and criticism and judgment down. Be patient, allow yourself to move through levels and stay on plateaus--this is the way to master and enjoy Nia.

Listen to the Voice of Your Body. Seek pleasure based “body sensations.” Capture the rhythm of the feet and leg movements first and slowly add the core, arms and hands

Go Barefoot. Experience the 7000 nerve endings in your feet to help you move in safe and efficient ways from the ground up. While barefoot is best, you can wear shoes with a soft flexible sole for comfort or support for medical purposes.

Pick Up Your Feet. To protect your knees, don’t drag your feet. Instead, pick up your feet and place them in the direction you want to go.